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Course description

The BTEC First Certificate or extended certificate is a course suitable for all who are interested in, or considering a career involved in Health, Children’s or Social Care Services.

Course content

Some of the units covered include:

Communicationskills in HealthandSocialCare

The structure of the HealthandSocialCare sector

Equality,diversity andrights

Development throughthe life stages

Creative andtherapeutic therapies

Nutrition in health and social care

Entry requirements

Level 2 requires 5 A-G or equivalent

Assessment

You will develop your knowledge through practical activities, visits & work experiences and written assignments.

Each unit is assessed on a ‘Pass Merit’ or ‘Distinction’ scale, and the qualification is worth the equivalent of one to two GCSEs at grades A*-C, depending on whether you follow the Certificate or Extended Certificate course. Gaining two distinctions is
the equivalent to two Grade A GCSEs. Your work will be supported by a one week work experience which you will be helped to organise.

Future opportunities

Health and Social Care is one of the main providers of employment in Bristol in both the public and private sectors.

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Oasis Academy Brislington directly.